According to announcements from the Malaysian Standards and Industrial Research Institute (SIRIM) in 2025, there are important updates to the compliance requirements for communication equipment, lubricants, and electronic/electrical products.
| Product Area | Core New Regulation Summary | Effective/Enforcement Date |
| Communication Equipment (IPv6) | Temporary approval plan terminated; full protocol testing mandatory. New applications and renewals require full IPv6 test reports. | Effective July 10, 2025 |
| Automotive Engine Lubricants | Require SIRIM certification for local sale; SIRIM mark must be displayed on the bottle cap. | Enforcement delayed to Oct 7, 2025 |
| Electronic & Electrical Products | Electronic products must comply with RoHS 2.0 testing requirements. | Effective March 1, 2025 |
| Waste Plastic Imports | Imports require SIRIM approval and must have a purity of 99.5%. | Effective July 1, 2025 |
Detailed Analysis & Recommendations (BLUEASIA can assist with Communications & E&E Products):
1.Fundamental Change for Communications IPv6 Certification:
This update means the transition period for products like cellular-only devices without Wi-Fi has ended. Relevant equipment must now pass a full stack of IPv6 protocol tests.
2.Lubricant Certification Grace Period:
While the initial April 7, 2025 enforcement was postponed, note that from October 7, 2025, all automotive engine lubricants sold in Malaysia require SIRIM certification, and the SIRIM mark must be displayed on the bottle cap. This aims to combat substandard and counterfeit lubricants.
3.Environmental Requirements for E&E Products:
According to 2025 updates, electronic products exported to Malaysia need to meet RoHS 2.0 testing standards, requiring stricter control of hazardous substances.
4.Stringent Standards for Waste Plastic Imports:
Malaysia has implemented very strict new rules. Imported waste plastic must obtain SIRIM approval, achieve a purity of over 99.5%, and contain very low levels of non-plastic contamination. This aligns closely with the Basel Convention.
Your Action Plan:
Facing these updates, you can refer to the following suggestions to ensure smooth market access:
1.Verify Product Category: Confirm if your product falls under the updated mandatory certification scope.
2.Allocate Time for Testing: Especially for communications companies, full IPv6 protocol testing might be more complex.
We hope this summary of the latest Malaysian SIRIM requirements helps you effectively navigate market access challenges. If you can share your specific product area, BLUEASIA: 13534225140, is ready to provide professional certification consulting services!
